Faith & Mental Health Workshop Series

A workshop series created to equip the local Church to better support the mental health of the people they serve. This workshop series will take place over four weeks, focusing on the intersection of faith and a different mental health topic in each session. Sessions can be attended in-person at Mission Creek Alliance Church, or virtually through Zoom. Dates: February 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th, 2027 Time: 9am-11am Each session will include: • An overview of a mental health topic, • Considerations for how this topic intersects with faith, • “Case examples” to explore mental health experiences, • Collaborative discussion about supporting folks through these experiences, • Light refreshments and beverages for in-person attendees. Mental health topics to be covered in this workshop series: • OCD & Religious Scrupulosity (Jocelyn Watson, RSW, RCC) • Grief & Loss (Jess Holtslander, RSW, RCC) • Psychosis (Zach Heth, RSW) • Trauma & PTSD (Leanne Dyck, RCC) Who is this workshop series intended for? Church and nonprofit leaders (ex: pastors/clergy, volunteer leaders, camp directors) in the Okanagan. How much does this workshop series cost? $80 (per person) covers all four parts of the workshop series We recognize that many churches and organizations are small and cannot afford to pay $80 per person. If finances are a barrier to you attending, please email [email protected] to discuss the possibility of a reduced fee.